ICC PERMIT TECHNICIAN - PRACTICE EXAM QUESTIONS
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What is a model code?
a. Suggestions for constructing model homes
b. A set of regulations that become law as soon as they are published
c. Requirements for building common structures such as theaters and
restaurants
d. A written set of regulations available for adoption by local jurisdictions
d. A written set of regulations available for adoption by local jurisdictions
Reference Sec. 1.2.1
Hammurabi is best know for ________.
a. Establishing the first known building code
b. Establishing exact code requirements when constructing new buildings
c. Offering recommended practices for residential structures
d. Requiring that only certain building materials be used during construction
a. Establishing the first known building code
Reference Sec. 1.3
According to Hammurabi, if a builder builds a house and it collapses and kills the
owner, the _____
a. Owner's family can sue the builder
b. Builder must pay the family twice the value of the home
c. Builder shall be put to death
d. Builder will forever be prohibited from constructing homes
c. Builder shall be put to death
Reference Sec. 1.3.1
The main purpose of building codes is to _______.
a. Establish strict and inflexible construction regulations
b. Protect the public health, safety and welfare
c. Increase construction costs to ensure public safety
, d. Provide revenue to the jurisdiction that adopts the code
b. Protect the public health, safety and welfare
Reference Sec. 1.4
Which of the following is not a benefit of a state code?
a. Uniformity and compatibility
b. Elimination of unjustifiably restrictive requirements
c. Political influence over code regulations
d. Uniform, timely and appropriate acceptance of new products and technology
c. Political influence over code regulations
Reference Sec. 1.7.2
Which of the following is not a characteristic of the ICC code development
process?
a. Anyone may submit a proposed code changE
b. Code proposals are debated at public hearings
c. Participation is free and open to all interested parties
d. Final code changes are voted on by all interested parties
d. Final code changes are voted on by all interested parties
Reference Secs. 1.9.1., 1.9.3
A performance type code ___________.
a. Allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent
b. Prohibits the use of materials not specifically covered in the code
c. Provides a specific list of rules to follow
d. Defers to the registered design professional for determining compliance
a. Allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent
Reference Sec. 1.6
Which of the following is not a service of ICC?
a. Certification of code professionals
b. Training and education materials
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What is a model code?
a. Suggestions for constructing model homes
b. A set of regulations that become law as soon as they are published
c. Requirements for building common structures such as theaters and
restaurants
d. A written set of regulations available for adoption by local jurisdictions
d. A written set of regulations available for adoption by local jurisdictions
Reference Sec. 1.2.1
Hammurabi is best know for ________.
a. Establishing the first known building code
b. Establishing exact code requirements when constructing new buildings
c. Offering recommended practices for residential structures
d. Requiring that only certain building materials be used during construction
a. Establishing the first known building code
Reference Sec. 1.3
According to Hammurabi, if a builder builds a house and it collapses and kills the
owner, the _____
a. Owner's family can sue the builder
b. Builder must pay the family twice the value of the home
c. Builder shall be put to death
d. Builder will forever be prohibited from constructing homes
c. Builder shall be put to death
Reference Sec. 1.3.1
The main purpose of building codes is to _______.
a. Establish strict and inflexible construction regulations
b. Protect the public health, safety and welfare
c. Increase construction costs to ensure public safety
, d. Provide revenue to the jurisdiction that adopts the code
b. Protect the public health, safety and welfare
Reference Sec. 1.4
Which of the following is not a benefit of a state code?
a. Uniformity and compatibility
b. Elimination of unjustifiably restrictive requirements
c. Political influence over code regulations
d. Uniform, timely and appropriate acceptance of new products and technology
c. Political influence over code regulations
Reference Sec. 1.7.2
Which of the following is not a characteristic of the ICC code development
process?
a. Anyone may submit a proposed code changE
b. Code proposals are debated at public hearings
c. Participation is free and open to all interested parties
d. Final code changes are voted on by all interested parties
d. Final code changes are voted on by all interested parties
Reference Secs. 1.9.1., 1.9.3
A performance type code ___________.
a. Allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent
b. Prohibits the use of materials not specifically covered in the code
c. Provides a specific list of rules to follow
d. Defers to the registered design professional for determining compliance
a. Allows flexibility, provided the final outcome meets the code's intent
Reference Sec. 1.6
Which of the following is not a service of ICC?
a. Certification of code professionals
b. Training and education materials
